Posted 2 months ago

Control Panel Designer

PhoenixOn-siteFull-time

AI Summary

Design Engineer responsible for preparing electrical schematics, layout drawings, BOMs, and submittals for UL508A control panels, collaborating with engineering and project teams in an industrial construction setting.

About this role

Felix Construction has been building critical water and wastewater infrastructure since 1987, proudly serving the Phoenix and Dallas markets. We’ve kept the close, family-owned feel of our early days while earning the reputation and recognition of a leading general contractor.

Our projects are local, so you don’t live out of a suitcase — you live your life. This commitment to our team and values has earned us recognition as the #1 Top Workplace in Arizona and the #2 Top Workplace in the USA for midsize business in construction from USA Today/AZcentral.com.

And here’s what truly sets us apart: Felix is the only General Contractor in Arizona with in-house General Contracting, Electrical, and Industrial Controls UL508A-certified panel shop—all under one roof. We’ve grown into a $200M company with 400+ employee-owners by keeping it simple: work hard, work safe, and do it right.

We Build What Matters.

As a Design Engineer at Felix Construction, you will be responsible for preparing schematics, layout drawings, bill of materials, and submittals for electrical control panels according to UL508A and NEC. This role is integral to our Electrical Department and contributes directly to the creation of world class industrial control systems. You will collaborate with end-users, consulting engineers, project managers, and panel fabricators to ensure systems meet the highest quality standards.

The position offers opportunities to make an impact while working on a wide variety of projects to solve challenging applications. This role reports to the Design Engineering Manager under the Director of Industrial Automation and Controls, who will provide guidance and support as you help drive Felix's continued success in the industrial construction industry.

What You'll Do

Utilize AutoCAD to draft electrical schematics, wiring diagram, and panel layouts

Develop BOMs, I/O lists, and requirements for control panels

Interpret client specifications and communicate with customers to understand objectives and preferences

Understand vendor data sheets to determine functionality and applicability of components

Use knowledge of fabrication techniques, UL standards and field installation to develop drawing packages

Document control panel designs, revisions, and updates accurately and comprehensively

Troubleshoot problems that occur during startup that are caused by incorrect drawings, changes in customer desires, inaccurate specifications, or other technical issues

Collaborate with project managers and estimators to assess potential projects and submit proposals

Assess current project conditions with field site visits

Serve as technical lead for design department and mentor less experienced staff, which includes supervising Designers/Drafters